Former President Donald Trump will no longer testify in a New York fraud trial, as his legal team has successfully persuaded a judge to drop the request for his testimony. The trial, which involves the Trump Organization and allegations of financial misconduct, has been highly anticipated, with many wondering if the former president would take the stand.
The decision not to have Trump testify comes after weeks of legal wrangling and back-and-forth between his legal team and the prosecutors. Trump’s lawyers argued that his testimony would be unnecessary and would only serve to distract from the actual issues at hand in the trial. They also pointed to the fact that Trump had already provided written answers to questions in a separate civil case, and that testimony from him would be redundant.
The Manhattan district attorney’s office, which is leading the prosecution, had initially sought Trump’s testimony as a crucial part of their case. They hoped to question him about his knowledge of the company’s financial dealings and any potential wrongdoing on his part. However, the judge ultimately sided with Trump’s legal team and ruled that his testimony was not necessary for the case.
This decision comes as a relief to Trump and his allies, who have been vocal in their opposition to the trial and the allegations against the former president. They have accused the prosecutors of conducting a politically motivated witch hunt, and have sought to discredit the investigation at every turn.
While the decision not to have Trump testify may be a win for his legal team, it does not necessarily signal the end of legal troubles for the former president. The New York fraud trial is just one of several legal battles looming over Trump and his business empire. In addition to the New York case, he is also facing investigations into his finances and tax returns in other jurisdictions.
For now, Trump can breathe a sigh of relief that he will not have to take the stand in the New York trial. However, the legal battles are far from over, and the former president will likely continue to face scrutiny and legal challenges in the months and years to come.
Forget Judge Engoron! Sounds like he's already dead!!😂😂😂 Have at it New York!!😂😂
If i was guilty i wouldnt want to either.
Won’t testify, then he’s guilty on all charges.
PRESIDENT TRUMP WILL RESTORE THE OATH OF OFFICE , THAT BIDEN IS DESTROYING
Gag order did the job…no more whine
Of course presiden trump isnt testifying, would u if u had a gag order against u where u couldnt defend urself? Bunch of bs!
U GOTHE RIGHT TO REMAIN SILENT THE CASE DOESNT PROVE ANYTHING….
ONLY A FOOL THOUGH THAT HE WOULD..LOL 😂😂😂
Democrat fake news
Like all the load mouths I've met, at their core they are weak.
Was looking forward to him going nuclear on the witness stand. Love it when he does red face babble.
And won’t lose😂😂😂Trump 2024
Oh gawd this guy reporter is so fake. You can see he doesn't like Trump.
Trump's on all of the ballots, and he'll probably get elected.
He is shaking at the balls and wetting his diapers
Always knew he is a smuck and a puzzy
Dennis the Menace could have always exercised his 5th amendment right as most guilty people do that get on the stand to testify in a court of law.
Is this the MSNBC that lied about Trump/Russia Collusion for 4 years?
Best president in American history!!
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